On Saturday, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino provided an important update regarding the agency’s current operations and strategic priorities. He emphasized a robust focus on eliminating dangerous criminals and safeguarding children.

Operations Targeting Dangerous Criminals

In a post shared on X, Bongino highlighted the ongoing efforts of the FBI workforce, which has been intensely engaged in operations to remove illegal aliens posing threats to citizens. “If you came here illegally to prey on our citizens, your days here are numbered,” he asserted, indicating that these initiatives are just beginning and will expand in the coming weeks.

Impact on Crime Landscape

Bongino expressed confidence that these removal operations, combined with a strong commitment to border security, will significantly alter the nation’s crime landscape: “These removal and incarceration operations will dramatically change the crime landscape in the country.”

Protecting Children from Predators

Further emphasizing child protection, Bongino announced a new initiative aimed specifically at combating crimes against children. Highlighting the ongoing “Operation ‘Restoring Justice’,” which successfully resulted in the arrest of 764 individuals across the country, he affirmed, “We are going to take your freedom if you take away a child’s innocence.” He warned those targeting children to “think twice” as more enforcement actions are expected.

Addressing Public Concerns

Bongino also discussed the FBI’s response to several high-profile cases, including the attack on Representative Steve Scalise and the Nashville school shooting. He pointed out the volume of evidence related to child sexual abuse that the Bureau is currently processing and the necessity of handling it correctly to protect victims.

Defense of Leadership and Combating Misrepresentation

In light of media scrutiny, Bongino defended FBI Director Kash Patel and criticized false narratives being propagated, stating, “Any assertion otherwise is a verifiable lie designed to stop our reforms and fracture your trust.” He reaffirmed the dedication of the FBI workforce to public safety and transparency.

A Call to Action and Commitment

Concluding his update, Bongino expressed gratitude to the public for their ongoing support and encouraged vigilance as the FBI advances its mission. “God bless America, and all those who defend Her,” he wrote, reiterating the Bureau’s commitment to justice and safety.

Background on Dan Bongino

Dan Bongino has a rich background in law enforcement, having started with the New York Police Department in 1995 and later joining the United States Secret Service in 1999, where he served on the Presidential Protective Division. After his federal service, he transitioned to political candidacy in Maryland and Florida and hosted a Fox News show for two years.